Advancing mental healthcare across Eastern Africa.
EAYPTA is a regional network of early-career psychiatrists and psychiatry trainees dedicated to professional development, research, leadership, collaboration and advocacy.
Building the future of mental healthcare in Eastern Africa.
The Eastern Africa Young Psychiatrists and Trainees Association (EAYPTA) is a regional network of early-career psychiatrists and psychiatry trainees dedicated to advancing mental healthcare across Eastern Africa.
EAYPTA promotes professional development through education, mentorship, research, leadership, collaboration and advocacy.
The association works closely with national psychiatric associations and partner organizations to strengthen the capacity of young mental health professionals, foster regional collaboration and improve mental health services and outcomes.
- Professional development
- Education and mentorship
- Mental health research
- Leadership and collaboration
- Mental health advocacy
Connecting Eastern Africa
EAYPTA is currently active in four countries, bringing young mental health professionals together across the region.
Kenya
Uganda
Tanzania
Rwanda
Developing people, knowledge and impact
We create opportunities for professional growth, collaboration and meaningful contribution to mental healthcare across Eastern Africa.
Education
Promote continuing professional development through meetings, conferences, seminars, workshops and other learning opportunities.
Research
Improve mental health research capacity by promoting regional collaborative research.
Collaboration
Foster interaction and collaboration between young psychiatrists, trainees and mental health professionals across the region.
Professional Development
Promote professional, academic and social development among young psychiatrists in Eastern Africa.
Advocacy
Participate in efforts that contribute to stronger mental health systems, services and outcomes.
Capacity Building
Equip non-psychiatric health workers with basic mental health knowledge through training and networking.
Connecting, learning and making an impact
A glimpse into our activities, meetings and community engagement.
Turning collaboration into impact
Our objectives guide our efforts to strengthen mental healthcare and support young mental health professionals across the region.
Improve Mental Health Service Delivery
Improve mental health service delivery in the region through continuing professional development.
Strengthen Research Capacity
Improve mental health research capacity through the promotion of regional collaborative research.
Professional and Academic Development
Promote professional, academic and social development through regular meetings, conferences, seminars and workshops.
Members' Social Well-being
Enhance members' social well-being by organising regular social activities.
Mental Health Training
Equip non-psychiatric health workers with basic mental health knowledge through training and networking.
Curriculum Development
Participate in mental health curriculum development in learning institutions across the region.
Be part of the future of mental healthcare in Eastern Africa.
Connect with fellow young psychiatrists and trainees, participate in professional development and contribute to regional mental health initiatives.